Amanda Parker
About Amanda Parker
Amanda Parker serves as the Director of Access and Recruiting at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she has worked since 2012. With a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in enrollment management, fundraising, and diversity initiatives, she has successfully secured government grants and developed innovative outreach strategies.
Current Role at University of Colorado Boulder
Amanda Parker serves as the Director of Access and Recruiting at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. She has held this position since 2012, contributing to the college's recruitment strategies and access initiatives for over a decade. In addition to her current role, she has been the Senior Director of Enrollment Management since 2018, overseeing enrollment processes and strategies to enhance student access and success.
Professional Experience in Engineering
Prior to her current roles, Amanda Parker worked as a Process Engineer at TDA Research from 2009 to 2012. During her tenure, she developed her engineering skills and gained experience in project management and interdepartmental collaboration. Her background in engineering complements her current focus on recruitment and access within the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
Educational Background
Amanda Parker earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Engineering in Engineering/Industrial Management from the same institution, which she completed from 2014 to 2016. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her roles in engineering education and recruitment.
Fundraising and Outreach Initiatives
In her current role, Amanda Parker has developed innovative fundraising and outreach strategies that have significantly increased donations to the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. She has also successfully secured government grants, demonstrating her ability to enhance financial support for the college. Her expertise in fundraising is complemented by her commitment to diversity and inclusion within the recruitment process.
Skills and Expertise
Amanda Parker specializes in diversity and inclusion, recruitment, and fundraising and development. She has a proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, from concept to completion. Her skills extend to event planning and execution, technical presentations, and writing effective proposals and reports. She is recognized for her exceptional team leadership and customer service skills.